Burke County accepts 2025 community health assessment; homelessness, substance use and mental health top priorities The Board accepted the 2025 Burke County Community Health Assessment after a presentation by public health educator Miranda Smith. The CHA identified affordable housing/homelessness, substance use disorder and mental health as the county’s top priorities and proposed a 2026 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP).

Burke County is prioritizing affordable housing, substance use, and mental health as critical issues in its 2025 Community Health Assessment—are we ready to tackle these challenges head-on?

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County Approves $322K Amendment for Public Health Hurricane Relief Initiatives County manager requests $322,000 in funding for emergency preparedness and public health projects.

Burke County is set to approve a $322,000 budget amendment aimed at bolstering public health and hurricane relief efforts, paving the way for enhanced emergency preparedness and environmental health initiatives.

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Danny Scalise presents public health training for Burke County Board of Health Training covers board responsibilities, public health goals, and legal authority in North Carolina.

Burke County's Board of Health just received vital training on their responsibilities and the evolution of public health—discover how they're gearing up to tackle today's health challenges!

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